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Synopsis

This epic fantasy adventure starts with a bullied and lonely boy reading a book in a strange shop - before he finds that he's becoming part of the story, and can even begin to control some of what happens in it. Meanwhile, in the book, another boy is setting off on a series of dangerous tasks in a world full of strange and wonderful creatures - including a fluffy dragon, a giant racing snail and a huge, talking wolf...

What our educators say

"It really is a chance for us to open children's minds to the power of film not just as a vehicle for entertainment but also as a way in to understanding their own world and the worlds of people whose lives are very different."